VCU Link Explained: Job Connections
VCU Link is the largest professional networking space that is home to over 10,000 VCU alumni. It’s your one-stop shop for career exploration and advancement. The VCU Link Explained series walks you through the platform and shows you how you can make the most of this exclusive resource. In this article, you’ll learn about Job […]
Annual brunch celebrates women and builds connections
By Chelyen Davis When the first Celebrating the Women of VCU Brunch was held in 2023, organizers hoped it would support an important VCU Alumni engagement goal: Creating more programming open to all with a focus on uplifting and empowering VCU’s women. After all, women represent 60% of VCU’s student body and more than half […]
VCU Link Explained: Ask VCU Alumni
VCU Link is the largest professional networking space that is home to over 10,000 VCU alumni. It”’s your one-stop shop for career exploration and advancement. The VCU Link Explained series walks you through the platform and shows you how you can make the most of this exclusive resource. In this article, you’ll learn about Ask […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Tisha Young (B.S.’04)
Welcome to the last in a series of Q&As through the month of April that spotlight just a few of VCU’s most dedicated and committed alumni volunteers to celebrate National Volunteer Month. Tisha Young (B.S.’04) is an active member of the Hampton Roads alumni chapter and was the committee leader for this year’s VCU Ladies […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Eric Taylor (B.S.’13)
Welcome to the third in a series of Q&As through the month of April that spotlight just a few of VCU’s most dedicated and committed alumni volunteers to celebrate National Volunteer Month. This week, meet Eric Taylor (B.S.’13). Eric is a leader of the VCU Alumni NYC Chapter and is a mentor and speaker for […]
Your next career move starts here
You’re invited to VCU Alumni Career Week, May 18-23, a dynamic series of virtual and in-person events designed to support your professional growth at every stage. Whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of experience to the table, this week delivers practical skills, meaningful connections and a fresh perspective on what’s next. Sharpen your […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Manpreet Bhogal (B.S.’13)
Welcome to a series of Q&As through the month of April that spotlight just a few of VCU’s most dedicated and committed alumni volunteers to celebrate National Volunteer Month. If you missed it, the series kicked off last week with VCU Alumni Council President Andrea Hart (B.A.’12). This week, enjoy getting to know more about […]
Alumni-owned business spotlight: Chantal McHenry (B.S.’12)
VCU Alumni is highlighting Ram entrepreneurs listed in our alumni-owned business directory. Learn tips from Chantal McHenry (B.S.’12), owner of ElopeRVA. What tools helped you the most when you started out? The most helpful tools when I started out were the advice and guidance of other amazing BIPOC and women business owners. Networking with experts […]
Memoir class helps alumni connect with their stories and with each other
By Chelyen Davis In a nondescript room on the third floor of Cabell Library, a dozen or so people gather around a wide u-shaped table. Most brought something to write with and on, while a few have laptops. “The first principle is you can’t go wrong,” VCU associate professor Sonja Livingston reassures them. Whatever you […]
Scholarship feeds student’s passion for medicine
See how the VCU Alumni Association Endowed Honors Scholarship supported Sanjana Gupta on her journey to becoming a pediatrician.